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DVS 597Y

1982 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 5345cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,168 mi
Last recorded2,168 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xj62,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVS 597Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,345cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 2,168 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 2,168 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 2,155 miles

offside front top and bottom ball joint dust covers split

Pass 7 Feb 2008 2,084 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 1,772 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 1,557 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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DVS 597Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 5,345cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVS 597Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 44 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DVS 597Y?

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What year was DVS 597Y registered?

DVS 597Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 August 1982.

Is DVS 597Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVS 597Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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